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Continue on your journey and take the , a gentle 2 hr 30 mins-3 hr culinary walk with lots of stops and
generous tastings along the way. A food guide will take you to a range of bakeries, food halls, street markets, delicatessens and other
speciality shops. There is also a chance to learn a little about the culture and history of Sligo, from the Butter Markets and tea trade to
Lissadell Oysters.
Allow 3 hours for this experience
Dinner & Overnight in ,
Enjoy a Traditional music session at Thomas Connolly’s Pub, Markievicz Road and Holburn Street, Sligo Town.
DAY 4
WILD ATLANTICWAY – SURF COAST
Discover the mesmerising beauty of Glencar Waterfall, a 15 meters (50ft) high oasis of calm that inspired poet WB Yeats. Nestled in
idyllic Glencar Lough, Co Leitrim, this scenic cascade is particularly impressive after a spell of rain. Take the scenic wooded walk and
you’ll enjoy some wonderful views of the waterfall.
Stop at W.B. Yeats Grave at Drumcliffe Graveyard, Drumcliffe, Co. Sligo Drumcliffe, set against the striking backdrop of the Benbulben
Mountains. It is best known as the final resting place of W.B. Yeats.
Enjoy a coffee at Drumcliffe Tea House & Craft House which offers home baking together with a selection of Yeats and Irish interest
books to browse through, complemented by a distinctive selection of original quality crafts.
Allow 1 hour 30 minutes for this experience
Continue your journey to Streedagh and learn to round up sheep with .
At Atlantic Sheep Dogs, you’ll get to meet and spend time with some of the smartest dogs in the world. Martin Feeney has been
working with these trusty companions all of his life and during this hour-long experience, you’ll get to see the dogs at work, understand
how they herd sheep on the farm and see the incredible teamwork between man and dog. Depending on the time of year, you’ll also
meet new arrivals on the farm, so you may find yourself feeding a pet lamb or playing with a new-born puppy, all in a beautiful setting
with views of County Sligo’s Atlantic coast.
Allow 1 hour for this experience
Lunch in or
Enjoy a walk along the stunning headland of Mullaghmore taking in panoramic views of Sliabh Liag Cliffs in Co. Donegal and crashing
waves under Classiebawn Castle with famous Benbulben in the background.
Allow 30 minutes for this experience
Continue your journey and enjoy beautiful beaches along theWild AtlanticWay on horseback and learn about the Spanish Armada,
the local history and geography of Sligo with & Island View Riding Stables.
Allow 2 hours for this experience
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Learn to catch waves at Rossnowlagh beach with With gentle, churning waves and an occasionally
punchy beach break, Rossnowlagh is the perfect location to start off your surfing career.
Allow 1 hour 30 minutes for this experience
Overnight
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Streedagh Beach, Co. Sligo
Clare Island, Co. Mayo